Science

In the Science Faculty, we aim to inspire students to discover the wonder of science through both practical and academic aspects, stimulate debate, develop a critical approach to scientific evidence and ignite students’ passion to learn in all three disciplines – chemistry, physics and biology.

Throughout year 7 and 8, the pupils follow the National Curriculum and start to develop essential investigative
and practical skills in preparation for the new GCSE specification. Topics studied include:

Periodic Table

Chemical Analysis

Forces

Electricity

Cells

Reproduction

Chemical reactions

Energy resources

Sound

Ecosystems

Year 8

Pupils build on their knowledge, skills and understanding from year 7. Topics studied include:

Energy

Health and disease

Materials

Photosynthesis

Light

Rocks and the Earth’s atmosphere

Forces and motion

Transport systems

Systems

Year 9

In year 9, pupils will explore the skills needed for their GCSE exams which begin in year 10. We follow the AQA board and all pupils will sit exams in Biology, Chemistry and Physics and at the end of Year 11 be awarded 2 GCSE’s in Combined Science.

Units Studied in Year 10

Pupils will begin to acquire the basic knowledge of Science by studying the fundamentals of each of the core
sciences. It is suitable for students of all abilities and the course encourages students to understand theoretical
concepts alongside developing practical Science skills.

Units Studied in Year 11

Pupils will continue with the topics studied in year 10 and deepen their understanding of more difficult concepts
and topics.